Guides
Practical, regularly updated guides to swapping crypto: pair walkthroughs, coin deep dives, and the mechanics behind a good exchange. News and analysis live on the blog.
Swap guides
Step-by-step walkthroughs for specific pairs — networks, fees, timing, and the mistakes that cost money.
How to Swap Ethereum for Bitcoin: A Step-by-Step Guide
Exchange ETH for BTC on Zest — no account required, funds go straight to your Bitcoin wallet. Covers address formats, fees, and timing.
How to Swap Bitcoin for Ethereum: A Step-by-Step Guide
A step-by-step guide to exchanging BTC for ETH using Zest — no account required, funds go straight to your wallet.
Coin guides
Deep dives into individual assets: how to swap, store, and move them safely.
Evergreen guides
The mechanics of swapping done well — rates, slippage, bridges, and strategy.
How to Choose the Right USDT Network for Transfers and Swaps
USDT runs on 10+ networks with very different fees and speeds. Here's how to pick the right one and avoid sending to the wrong chain.
Crypto Swap Slippage: What It Is and How to Minimize It
Slippage quietly erodes your swap execution. Here's how to identify it, measure it, and set tolerances that keep your output where you expect.
Cross-Chain Bridge Risks: Why Bridges Remain DeFi's Biggest Target
14 exploits drained $340M from bridges in 2026 alone. Here's why cross-chain bridges keep getting hacked and how to reduce your exposure.
Dollar-Cost Averaging in a Down Market: Why the Math Works Best When Prices Fall
Bitcoin down 6.5%, ETH under $2,000 — here's why volatile markets are exactly when dollar-cost averaging does its best work.
Fixed Rate vs Floating Rate Crypto Swaps: How to Choose
Understand the difference between fixed and floating rate crypto exchanges, and how to choose the right model for your swap.